Press Releases

New fairer capped funding system to help everyone plan for the cost of care

Proposals will protect people’s savings and homes from unlimited care costs and allow them to financially plan for the first time

Press briefing: afternoon 17 July 2013

The Prime Minister's Spokesperson answered questions on lobbying, the Cabinet, MPs' pay and minimum pricing.

Government to consult on devolution of Stamp Duty Land Tax to the National Assembly for Wales

The Government will consult on the proposed devolution of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) to the National Assembly for Wales, Chief Secretary to the Treasury Danny Alexander told Parliament today.

Action to strengthen governance in Doncaster council

New arrangements for all-out councillor elections at Doncaster council to tackle public concern over governance.

New bill to bring more transparency to politics

The Transparency of Lobbying, Non-Party Campaigning and Trades Union Administration Bill has been published.

Government accepts fertility and tissue regulators review

The government’s fertility and human tissue regulators will continue as separate bodies following an independent review.

Stephen Nickell nominated for re-appointment to OBR Budget Responsibility Committee

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, George Osborne, today proposed the re-appointment of Stephen Nickell as a member of the OBR’s Budget Responsibility Committee (BRC).

British businesses driving cost savings in development contracts

International Development Secretary Justine Greening has praised British businesses for setting the standard on new cost saving measures to guarantee taxpayers a better deal for development contracts.

Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill receives Royal Assent

First same sex wedding to be held by summer 2014

Motorists in Northern Ireland to be given greater choice and improved services

Roads Minister Stephen Hammond sets out proposals for better and quicker services for Northern Ireland motorists.

North west electrification on course to deliver boost to passenger services

The first stage in a major rail electrification programme has been completed at Eccles station.

Foreign Secretary responds to Intelligence and Security Committee statement on GCHQ

Foreign Secretary William Hague welcomes Intelligence and Security Committee findings that allegations against GCHQ are unfounded.

Government publishes consultation on Banking Reform Bill secondary legislation

The government opened its consultation on the Banking Reform Bill secondary legislation today.

Foreign Secretary visit to Pakistan

The Foreign Secretary, William Hague, has visited Islamabad and Lahore during a two day visit to Pakistan.

Press briefing: morning 12 July 2013

The Prime Minister's Spokesperson answered questions on plain packaging, Sir Bob Kerslake, Trident, school lunches, outsourcing and taxes.

Level 3 ‘heatwave’ alert issued for London and the South East

London and the South East of England may experience ‘heatwave’ conditions over the next few days, according to Met Office forecasts.

New research centre for local economic growth opens

A new centre opened as part of initiative aiming to improve the use of high quality evidence in government decision making about public services.

Number of people claiming Jobseeker’s Allowance falls across the UK

Labour market statistics for July 2013 show that the number of people claiming Jobseeker’s Allowance has fallen over the last month.

Transport Secretary holds HS2 jobs and skills summit

City leaders are being called on to ensure new jobs and skills development opportunities are generated by HS2.

Communities to benefit from hosting nuclear power stations

Communities around 8 sites in England & Wales could be in line to receive benefits worth up to £1000/MW over 40 years from when the stations begin operating.

Agriculture red tape to be removed

The farming industry is among the latest to benefit from government’s drive to unlock economic growth by cutting unnecessary red tape.